The theft of an all terrain vehicle in Dongola two years ago has led a team of investigators to uncover a widespread burglary ring which involved a network of stolen firearms.

The ongoing investigation has also solved the break-ins at several area churches.

Dogged, old-fashioned police work and a newly formed alliance among local, state and federal agencies led to the arrests of 16 individuals on Nov. 24, most of them in Union County, and five of them from Dongola. Two juveniles were among those arrested.

The local Pack 44 dens were very busy during November selling and distributing popcorn, marching in the Anna Veteran’s Day parade, and participating in the nationally acclaimed food drive, Scouting For Food.

The pack sold over $24,500 worth of popcorn with proceeds to help support the local pack and the national council.

The boys were motivated to help their pack and did an awesome job of getting out and selling popcorn to their friends and family.